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Object Number 46-78-50/6121
Display Title Hatchet of dark curved wood and a thin metal blade with incised design
Descriptions
Inventory Description Axe, metal blade, incised design, carved wood handle, metal bands, perforated
Classification
  • Axe
Department Ethnographic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa
Materials Metal, Wood
Dimensions Overall: 39.5 x 30 x 2.1 cm (15 9/16 x 11 13/16 x 13/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 46-78-50/6121
Provenance
Owner William T. Shepherd (4/12/1901)
Collector Mr. Ernest T. Jackson (4/12/1901 - 1916)
Donor Mr. Patrick T. Jackson (1916 - 11/27/1946)

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